Shen-Shu Decoction

Shen-Shu Decoction,Exposure to cold.

Formulas Name : Shen-Shu Decoction

Chinese Name : 神术煮散

Drug Formulation

Atractylodes lancea 6 liang, Angelica sinensis 2 liang, Magnolia officinalis (processed with ginger) 2 liang, Panax ginseng 1 liang, Paeonia lactiflora 0.5 liang, Ligusticum chuanxiong 0.5 liang, Citrus reticulata 0.5 liang.

Source

From *Bai Yi*, Volume 7.

Benefits

Exposure to cold.

Instructions for Use

Coarsely crush the ingredients. Take 3 qian per dose; add 1.5 zhan of water, 5 slices of fresh ginger, and 2 jujubes. Decoct until reduced to 8 fen, strain, and take hot before meals.

Shen-Shu Decoction,From *Bai Yi*, Volume 7.,Exposure to cold.

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